Are you a Trainee Solicitor approaching qualification, a newly qualified Solicitor looking to build your career in public sector law, or a solicitor or barrister looking to move into the public sector for the first time?
Join our established Contracts and Commercial Team and contribute to a wide range of complex legal matters that support the Council's strategic and operational goals. You will work closely with experienced Solicitors, providing legal advice to Councillors and officers across the Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to high-profile, meaningful work in a supportive and collaborative environment. The role involves:
1. Negotiating, drafting, and reviewing a wide variety of contract documents
2. Advising upon a range of related non-contentious contract, commercial, and procurement issues
3. Providing support to a variety of corporate procurement activities
4. Reviewing and advising on terms issued within formal tender processes
We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, proactive, and committed to public service. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister (or due to qualify shortly).
Requirements include:
* Demonstrable understanding of legal work in a local government context
* Ability to prepare comprehensive legal reports with minimal supervision
* A collaborative team player with a keen interest in public sector law
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Desirable criteria include:
* Experience or interest in public procurement law
* Familiarity with the Procurement Act 2023
* Previous experience advising public bodies or working in a council legal team
Thank you for your interest in working for Nottingham City Council. As one of the largest employers in Nottingham, we offer a wide range of roles across various services. We value your skills, drive, and commitment to serving the people of Nottingham and aim to help you develop an exciting and rewarding career. Our benefits include:
* Competitive pay, generous leave entitlement, and access to a pension scheme
* Supportive and inclusive work culture
* 26 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years' service) + bank holidays, with options to buy additional leave
* Access to a defined benefit pension scheme offering 17.9%
* Smart Working to support work-life balance
* Health and wellbeing benefits, including Employee Assistance Programme
* Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres, cinemas, shopping, and more
We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that reflects our community. We encourage applications from Minority Ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ community members, and Disabled individuals. We support flexible working arrangements and welcome discussions during the recruitment process.
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